Fire Department

The Hartselle Fire Department consists of 19 state certified fire fighter/EMTs, twenty-two volunteer fire fighters, and one Fire Chief. HFD consists of two fire stations. The Fire Department has a Class 5 Fire Rating, which enables the city to enjoy lower insurance rates. HFD operates three front-run pumper trucks that also serve as Basic Trauma Life Support units, one rescue truck, and a 100′ aerial ladder truck.

The Fire Department is constantly training its own personnel and also conducts various Alabama Fire College classes that are open to outside agencies. Other programs offered by the Hartselle Fire Department include a House Burning program for condemned property, Burn Notifications, and fire prevention and safety training programs for area schools and civic groups.

Hartselle Fire Department Mission Statement:As a team of highly trained and dedicated professionals, it is our mission to provide the highest standard of service to all those who may call upon us for help. We are a highly trained and motivated staff that strives for excellence for our community. We are a service provider and we stand ever ready to render fire suppression, provide emergency medical care, and perform rescue services. We will faithfully provide these vital services, rapidly and safely, to any one who lives in, works in, or visits the City of Hartselle.

Telephone: (256) 773-2545 Emergency Number: 911

General Information
Hartselle Fire & Rescue serves a community population of approximately 14,000 inside the corporate limits of Hartselle and covering a land area of approximately 15 miles. Hartselle Fire & Rescue responds primarily to fires and emergency medical service calls. These include but are not limited to calls for public assistance as well as hazardous materials and special response.